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Universal Auto Credit
5775 Fairbanks North Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77040, United States
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Ta
Review №1

Came on Saturday to see and purchase a vehicle. The son told me it needed some work and would be ready by Monday or Tuesday at the latest. Assured me it was going no where given the condition. Took my number. I had an off feeling Sunday. Started to go back up there but on the website it said call for an appointment on Sundays. I call first thing Monday morning and presumably the father answers and not only says he sold it Sunday but gave the man a deal for vehicles issue. I wasnt even given that option on Saturday. I would have purchased it as is had someone given me the option. Offered me another vehicle that wasnt ready to be purchased that day unapologetically like take it or leave lady. I will gladly take my cash elsewhere.

ju
Review №2

I purchased a 2003 Toyota Rave 4 over a month ago September 2021. I found this location driving around the Houston area. When I arrived at this dealership I was approached by the owners son. I asked to drive the car which I did at the time I only heard some noises coming from the front end. I asked the owners son if the check engine lights was on or if the cleared the light and he told me NO. He also told me nothing was wrong with the car.I only had the car for two days and the check engine light came on. I then took the car to a mechanic shop to find out the car wasnt safe to drive. I paid $4,500 for the car. I spent $4,800 to fix the car in total. I have a family and I just needed a safe and reliable car. This location will lie to you just to get your money. They can careless about you or your well being.Please choose a different location to purchase a car. I use Google reviews often to help me make decisions on were I do business. This is not the place!!

Si
Review №3

Got a cash car back in July and have been rolling ever since! They both made the process super easy without feeling like I wasn’t getting a fair price/deal! They actually talked me through my purchase and answered all questions i had. I just recently went back to get my permanent plates on and they literally did it for free as well as checking on my car. Truly family oriented. Fully recommend.

De
Review №4

I had a wonderful review at this dealership, great and honest people. 100% recommend 2009 Honda CR-V best deal ever. Thank you dahmani

St
Review №5

Great help with the process of purchasing vehicle and excellent service!

Ju
Review №6

They sold me a 2010 Honda Civic with 130k miles for 4K cash. It is a great car in great condition. Took it to my mechanic to get it inspected and absolutely nothing wrong with it besides the air filter needed to be replaced. They were up front with me about the price, the condition of the car etc. Very friendly and trustworthy people after shopping around shady dealerships for a used car for weeks. Recommend going here.

Ka
Review №7

This is the second car I have bought from Dahmani. The one I bought in 2014 is still my favorite. A 2004 Saturn ion. He tells you up front if any problems. I bought a 2017 Kia Rio from him in May. He is very friendly and helpful. He even sent me my plates because I have a blood clot and cant drive down to Houston. I will go back to him when its time to purchase another vehicle. Thank you 😃

da
Review №8

You will not regret doing business here. I was concerned about being taken advantage of as a single woman searching for a cash car. I am pleased that I was treated with kindness, patience and respect. Dahmani is trustworthy and understanding. He pays attention to your concerns and does a great job at matching you with the right vehicle for your needs and budget. He is transparent with his communication and a man of his word. I purchased a 2012 hybrid Honda Civic and a 2012 hybrid Prius C and have had absolutely no problems from either car. When I was searching Dahmani encouraged me to hold of a bit for cars he had coming that were better fits for my family, rather than rushing me into something already on the lot. And without fail he got me into the perfect cars. I will be a customer here for as long as he is in business.

Ro
Review №9

Purchased a 2011 Honda Civic Coupe from them 2 months ago, and honestly I am very happy with my purchase. Prices are always below market value, and quality was amazing. Also, great selection.

Br
Review №10

Bought a 1998 Honda CrV with 160k miles on it. They said it was in good condition ready for the road. 30 minutes on the road its struggling to get over 60 mph. Took lots of work to get it running good and it had 11 year old tires on it! Trust your gut instinct when you walk in and turn away. These guys will lie and sell you a lemon with a smile on their faces.

Ro
Review №11

My family and I recently bought a car for my granddaughter from this business I really appreciate it dealing with honest used car salesman small but a good honest business

Ja
Review №12

On to my 3rd vehicle from universal auto credit, and I’ve never ran into problems with pricing, or the vehicle itself. Very honest people, Mr. Dahmani was very helpful and his selection was top notch as always. 2012 Nissan Altima; 2004 Toyota Camry, and a 2004 Hyundai Elantra. All still going strong to this day! 100% recommend!

C
Review №13

A dealership with a great selection of vehicles! I purchased my first car, a 2012 Toyota Yaris, from Tedj. It is in great condition, well maintained and thoroughly cleaned, with no major issues so far. Tedj and his employees were incredible helpful! They let us take our time to test drive the car and to thoroughly examine it to our satisfaction. They went above and beyond when we were having difficulty with our payment. Ultimately we were able to purchase the car with no problem, and I have had no regrets since. I am definitely considering visiting them again for any future car purchases.

Q
Review №14

I bought a 99 toyots camry from here. I couldnt beleive how low the miles were for such an older car but now ive had it for a month and i beleive it . the car runs great with no problems at all and the price was very fair for how low the miles were.

Ju
Review №15

Bought 2012 Nissan Altima price was good and car running great. Very friendly also

Re
Review №16

Very honest dealer. I never felt concerned about being sold something that wasn’t as advertised. Would return again!

Ga
Review №17

Great guys best car buying experience Ive had

Kl
Review №18

Amazing prices and wonderful customer service.

th
Review №19

I have bought two cars from Universal Auto Credit. This is a great place to buy a car. On their website they show the cars they have for sale: pictures, mileage, plus the VIN numbers to all their cars. You are welcome to test drive them and even have your mechanic check them out. If you do not see what you are looking for check back on their website. There is no high pressure here. There is a great chance you will find a very good car at a reasonable price that will last for some time and not have a car payment. Just like the big dealerships, unless you buy a new or a certified car, there is no warranty. Buying from Universal Auto Credit you can find a very good car at a better price than a big car dealership. Again, this is a great place to shop for a car. Thomas

Gr
Review №20

Great place! Purchased a Saturn ion that I love. I bought this car to take on the hundreds of my miles I was packing on to my bmw because of my long commute to work. So far this car has been great to me, I love driving it as it’s a manual transmission. I am always nervous purchasing a new car but the transaction with the owners here was seamless. Thank you so much!

da
Review №21

Very friendly establishment !!!Works with you and very understandable !!!I bought 2008 Ford Fusion.. lovely car !!!Highly recommend!!!!

Jo
Review №22

Bought a 2008 Toyota Corolla a few weeks ago with 129k mileage, great condition interior and exterior. Aside from some minor scratches on the front, which i dont really mind too much. I did come across a minor issue recently where battery terminal connection had some dirt, but that was easily fixed within a few minutes.Mr. Ayashi and his brother were really nice people, answering all our questions, concerns and also allowing us to test drive a few of their cars. Mr. Ayashi also gave me a discount to fix the crack on the windshield so that was really appreciated.I recommend them if anyone is interested on buying a car from Universal Auto Credit. Keep in mind, they are used cars and over the years they are bound to have issues and parts replaced. That is if the car were well taken care of by previous owners. In other words, Mr. Ayashi and Mr. Tedj take good care of the cars they have available.

Kr
Review №23

We drove an hour there to look at a car we saw on cargurus. We ended up not liking that car but test drove a mazda 3 and loved it. We paid mostly cash but my card wouldnt go through for the rest. He let us take the car home the same day on our word we would come back the next day with the rest of the cash, which we did. Weve had the car almost 2 months now and it has been good. Took about 5 weeks to get the title. Still havent recieved the tags or inspection sticker in the mail yet though. Temp tags expire in a few days. Will update when its recieved.

Ch
Review №24

My daughter bought her car from here. He is reasonable and had a nice selection of cars.

Fa
Review №25

My mom & dad went half and bought me an ‘02 Nissan Sentra a few days ago (9/1/20), & my mom & I were told nothing was wrong with it except for the fact that I would need tires because it started shaking once I got to 60. Anyways I called up there, no answer the first time, but when he answered the second time I told him (what I said in the beginning) & the only thing he had to say was “idk, I’ll text you my brother’s number so you can talk to him.” I called back two times because he still hasn’t sent the number, & was sent to voicemail both times. He finally sent the number, & when I called his brother, he said the same thing.“Idk, have you checked under the hood?”“Yes, I put antifreeze in it, & it’s still running hot.”“Idk what to tell you, you might have to have a mechanic check it out.”I hung up because why tf do I need to go to a mechanic on the THIRD DAY of just buying this car, my first car at that. I understand that it’s used & there are gonna be problems, but 2-3 days after buying the car. No problems should arise that quick.

Ro
Review №26

My brother-in-law recommended this place to me when I was in the market for a car. He had bought his car from here a year earlier and got a great deal. I shopped around at many different used car dealerships and found nothing but snakes trying to sell overpriced disasters waiting to happen. This place is different. If you know what to look for you can find some real gems here. I ended up getting a great deal on a car and have been driving it for almost a year now with no issues other than the usual minor repairs. I would highly recommend this place to anybody looking for a good deal on a mechanically sound used vehicle.

An
Review №27

This dealer has very nice cars for the price. We purchased a truck and an SUV within a month of each other. The dealer washes the cars and the engines are very clean. The 2 owners are very nice and accommodating. Will definitely purchase from again.

S
Review №28

Lets make this short and unpleasant like my test drive. This place sells overpriced lemons.

Ke
Review №29

Bought a car from Universal Auto Credit in May 2020. Tedj was fantastic. He understood what I was looking for and offered a car that met the need. His prices are very competitive for the market and the cars are clean and nicely detailed.

To
Review №30

I recently bought a car from this company. Before I bought a car from here, I did reviews, and was pleasantly surprised to see they had good reviews. There are many shady characters in the used cars market, but this is an honest family-run business. Dahmani, the owner, let me do a test drive, and get an inspection by myself. This dealership was honest about what they were selling and didnt try to rip me off. While I might not have gotten the absolute cheapest price, I do think it was a good deal, and a good car. If you want a car from an honest dealer, this is one Id recommend. Buying from them was my first time buying a car by myself, and I dont regret it. I would recommend this company to any of my friends or family in the Houston area who need a used car and a good value.

Z
Review №31

I can honestly say, if you are in the business for a used car and GREAT customer service, you MUST consider Universal Auto Credit. There are so many dealerships or salesman who do not have good ethics, but I am so thankful I chose these guys. God Bless!Zeno Barnum

Os
Review №32

Dahmani was very honest and fair with me! Smooth buying process, he even helped me get a new discounted key fob direct from the manufacturer.I’d recommend his dealership to anyone buying a used car.

La
Review №33

Thank you! I love my car! They worked with me after my wreck when my other vehicle was totaled. Good, honest people. I live further northeast and it was the best drive I ever made. Come check them out. I highly recommend Universal Auto Credit.

Ma
Review №34

I made an appointment to test drive a car i saw on cargurus.com. They confirmed the appointment. When I get there, they informed me they sold the car an hour ago. I asked, why they did not notify me when I told them I was on the way. He just shrugged his shoulders and said, I dont know. Complete waste of my time.

An
Review №35

After 3 weeks of enjoying the vehicle I have to say I made the right choice. It is a small dealership, the costumer service is there. He showed me the Carfax. I received a good deal on the vehicle I purchased. If I see another vehicle that I want on his lot I am going back to them. I love the car great looking car I really recommend them nice people and like I mention the costumer service is there. Dahmani is a good and honest person. Thank you.

Ch
Review №36

Bought a car for my girlfriend here 8 months ago. Immediately found out that there was a ton of Issues with just about every part of the car, she just got in a wreck cause the brakes failed. DO NOT BUY FROM HERE!

LH
Review №37

They had very nice used Cars, SUVs and Trucks.

Ke
Review №38

Really nice people. If you want to take your car to a mechanic, they have NO PROBLEM with that! We took 3 different cars we were interested in to a mechanic and they all checked out! They even negotiated on the price.Ill defiantly recommend to someone looking for a used car.

cy
Review №39

I purchase a 2013 equinox in March I went here because of reviews was skeptical as first but everything went smoothly they took good care of me had a lil issue but they worked it out with no problem will refer any one looking to purchase a vehicle here awesome guys ty

Ch
Review №40

Dahmino is very helpful and is an honest dealer. He has great cars at a great price. I highly recommend Universal Auto Credit to anyone looking to buy a nice car at a very nice price. They are defenitely unbeatable when it comes to valuable yet, affordable cash cars.

Mo
Review №41

I almost didnt go here because I thought the prices were too good to be true, and that something had to be wrong with the cars. Glad I decided to check it out anyway - ended up getting an awesome car that was super clean at a great price. The process of buying it was very smooth and easy! Definitely planning to buy from them again in the near future.

Jo
Review №42

We purchased a car for our daughter. It was a clean car at a great price. They were not pushy sales people. They answered any questions we had. Very helpful. Overall good experience for purchasing a car.

La
Review №43

Not a great company. It has been a month and we have never received the title! I believe these men are cheats and scams. They played my daughter who paid them cash! She was so excited to buy her first car. I will be going up there to speak with them in person! I will post a follow-up.

Sy
Review №44

I brought my dream car(ford mustang) from here a week ago.. I love it. They kept their word & fix the issue with the car. Im a happy customer!!

Ma
Review №45

Great service and good deals!

la
Review №46

I saw this dealership on the internet and thought that the good reviews were too good to be true(because of previous experiences), but I was mistaken. This was a pleasant and successful car buying experience. The car was in great condition and very well kept. Will definitely recommend going to this dealership when seeking a affordable car. Thanks, Universal Auto Credit! :)

Li
Review №47

Ayesha was very hospitable. These guys are probably the nicest car salesmen Ive ever met, and made buying my first car very easy and painless. They pay attention to detail and have very quality cars for a used car dealership. Ive been shopping for a new car for over a year and this is the first time that there wasnt a single thing wrong under the hood or inside. Im very pleased with everything I encountered here and will definitely send my friends and family to them in the future. Thank you guys!

Un
Review №48

I got a good deal for the small budget I had. Honest people and very transparent. A good place to go to if you are looking for a good cash deal!!!

Sh
Review №49

The guys are very nice people and they take there time with you no hassles and the vehicle I got is very nice I am satisfied I recommend them to others

Br
Review №50

Best car experience ever bought a 2015 Kia soul. They even hand delivered my plates to where I work if I could give 100 stars I would

Je
Review №51

Excellent, painless experience. Fair prices, best customer service. Would recommend to anyone and will definitely be back!

Ma
Review №52

Drove about six hours just to get my car. Has great service and good quality cars. They fixed some parts from my car that were broken. I would definitely go again!

Bo
Review №53

Small but clean used car lot. Ali was very professional. I purchased the car and am pleased so far.

Ve
Review №54

Found them on auto trader website and got a great deal on an awesome car. Thanks guys

br
Review №55

Bought a car here advertised as excellent condition of everything even engine, next day i had to take it in to get looked at cause of noise and leaks and was told by different mechanics and shops that engine needed to be rebuilt and bad struts and it basically was gonna be more than what i paid for the car. Called universal and with rudeness was denied any help and or refund or replacement. Do not buy from this place, they will cheat you and hide any information from you to get your money, stay away.

P
Review №56

Unprofessional. Called to get a Carfax on a car and was told they could fax it but couldnt email it because he didnt know how to work a computer. The only other person who can work a computer just left and theres no clue when hell be back. I asked if he could read through it for me and he replied, I already said I can fax it to you... seriously?

Ga
Review №57

I give UAC 5 stars I had no problems when I went to get my car...I was looking for a Saab and this lot came up.. call to see if it was still there and I was told yes come on by and check it out, so glad I did money well spend... have not had one problem with my car its been almost a year now....great little cash car lot.

Me
Review №58

Wouldnt even give it 1 star. Went in today to look for a car. Me and my boyfriend were outside looking for at least 10 minutes and nobody even came out to speak to us to see if we needed help. Ended up going inside ourselves, the man who served us was so incredibly rude did not even introduce himself or anything, stayed sat down and when we tried asking him questions about the cars he was so rude. Ended up just walking out. Worst customer service I have ever experienced. Overpriced cars and shocking customer service.

Ik
Review №59

Ive been meaning to come here and make a review on Universal Auto Credit in Houston. I bought a car from here in late October 2011 and it has been running real good since then, havent had any major problems. This isnt so much about the car, but the great price I got for it. I give UAC 5 stars for the deal!

Ci
Review №60

I went there couple of times, good friendly owner, can test drive any vehicle. 2nd time i went there to check out 2010 focus. Its alignment was so bad, dealers should take care of these things before they put it on sale. Also Looks like a trustworthy dealer.

OF
Review №61

By far the best used car dealership in the houston I highly recommend this place top notch customer service and dont forget the best prices as well

Ln
Review №62

I purchased a car and in four months the engine went out. They allowed me to use one of their cars. They allowed me to make payment to them to purchase another engine. The engine they purchase has been leaking oil since it’s been put in my car. They refuse to give me the name of the company they purchased the engine from. They refuse to give me the receipt for engine. They keep telling me it a mechanic issue the the new replaced engine is leaking oil.

Sa
Review №63

Good prices, great customer service

Th
Review №64

Save your time and money because they will try to sell you at top dollar for junk. Expect to pay more to replace stuff than should come standard with your vehicle.Both my wife and I went here to look at a 2010 VW Routon SE w/ RSE for 7k that they have just posted on CarGurus (See Link Below) The post was not a day old and we went down to take a look at it. They posted 29 photos and only half of them belonged to the van that we were seeing (See List below). The van was is good condition also was super clean and we even saw the CarFax on it and it looked good. It was a fleet car and then 1 owner afterwards. However there was so many things that we found wrong with the car that it was not even funny. We test drove the vehicle and we liked it and made him a offer of 5k. He did not like the offer however when explain to him that I would have to replace this stuff and get new. The dealer just got more mad because I was looking at the small details still trying to convince us that 7k was a good price and you should expect a used vehicle with a few problems. I told him yes however a person would not expect to have to pay an additional 1200 dollars and more to go replace tires, a new key (since ther was only one), replace missing or damaged equipment. He tried to explan that the car would fetch 9k according to the CarFax that we saw together in mint condition and I had to point out on the spot that this vehicle was no were near mint condition. He did not like that answer however his fellow worker in the room was seen nodding his head in agreement by my wife. Since he wwouldnt budge on the price we went and took our buisness else were and we are glad that we did. We were able to buy a 2010 VW Routan SEL with the DVD and Navigation package with in exellent condition for 6k. He may have had our business instead of us walking out if the vehicle was worth 7k but it is their loss.I really want to drive back and show them what a great find this was and I didnt have to spend more than the base price of 6k to get and replaced some or all of the features that come standard with the van. However my wife said that would be plan rude.I also would like to point out that his own mechanic had said that there is something wrong with the van as front tires were bald on the edge as it is a clear sign that it needs an alingment. Also learned that from experience with 2 vehiclesList (From local VW dealership $100 Labor)-Bald Tires $430 to replace (Sears)-Alignment - $310-Broken Tire Pressure Monitoing tire steam $87 Replace-Lots of curb damage to the rims $387 (per rim)-Found broken glass upon a closer inspection (chipped windsheild) $10 per chip (Clear poxy)-Broken AC rear vents $32 per vent (not including labor)-No DVD player remotes (2) or head set (2) that came with the DVD package $150 per remote / $130 per headset-A kids insperation in pernament marker on the roof padding by broken vent $300 Proffessional cleaner-Center console missing componets (Floor base) $422 replace-Engine compartment dirty and engine was covered in dirt as if it was flooded from Harvey-1 key only with the purchace and to replace or get another one would cost up to 400 dollars to replace.

Da
Review №65

Got a good car for a great price. People were very friendly and helpful.

Li
Review №66

I got my cadillac devile 2005 in great condition. Awsome customer service👍👍

Ab
Review №67

The dealer was so kind I he was flexible with price. I had a perfect deal

Sa
Review №68

I live in Austin and was looking for a clean ride at affordable price, found my self choosing between two options: trash car at affordable price OR ok car but OVERPRICED and sometimes Trash at high price!, I gave up and hit the road to Houston, stopped at this dealer and drove back to Austin with great deal, honest folks straight forward, if you need a clean ride at great price this is the place, look no further, and me too :) Big thanks Tedj & Ayash..Best to Yall..Samer

De
Review №69

Very nice people they gave me the best price for my car i would recommend!

Al
Review №70

Good dealer. Have very good prices

#T
Review №71

I brought a 2004 Honda Civic from Universal Auto Credit about 3 weeks ago for my high school daughter. When we first saw the car on the internet, we fell in love because this was the exact car she had wanted. I immediately called and spoke with Tedj Dahmani to get more information. He was very kind and helpful and even held the car for us since we were coming from another state. As promised, the car was there upon our arrival, shinning and ready to go. I especially liked that the dealer took detailed pictures of the car inside and out, so what you see is what you get. I cannot express how refreshing it was to have dealt with a business that keep their promises and provided excellent customer service. I can truly say that I would recommend them to anyone that is looking to buy a quality used car. I will be giving them my business again, as I have another daughter that will be needing a car in a couple of years.

Iq
Review №72

Drove 3.5 hours to see a car and was a total waste. The owner of the lot who goes by name Jimmy lied about car condition and was disrespectful when we asked why he didnt disclose all defects on phone.Jimmy who is palestenian also had things to say about different ethnicities and their car choices, made me really uncomfortable. Very unprofessional and would never recommend anyone.

Tr
Review №73

Went to pick up my plates and nobody was there in the middle of the day..

Ra
Review №74

Battery exploded in one week. I had to rebuild the transmission, and some engine parts in ONE MONTH. They’re old cars, but they’re not cheap.

Br
Review №75

Located several cars to look at, drove an hr and a half to look at cars, 2 were at this place. Gates were closed, sign said open. Called the place several times, they never returned our calls. Do they even want to sell cars?

Ro
Review №76

Purchased two vehicles from there and he didnt lie about anything both vehicles have been running good with no problems I would referr people to go see them

Ta
Review №77

Good and friendly service.

Br
Review №78

Refused to answer phine. Rented my car to someone else.

Ch
Review №79

What is there phone number there? Its not the one on the website

Bo
Review №80

I bought a car from them and it broke not even a week later

Ma
Review №81

It was a wonderful experience

Ve
Review №82

Wasted my time

Ri
Review №83

Great people6

Ha
Review №84

Good customer service

Ra
Review №85

Great experience!!!!

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3.8 Rating
  • Address:5775 Fairbanks North Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77040, United States
  • Site:http://www.dahmanimotors.com/
  • Phone:+1 713-875-8215
Categories
  • Used car dealer
  • Car dealer
  • Land Rover dealer
  • Truck dealer
  • Used truck dealer
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:10AM–8PM
  • Thursday:10AM–8PM
  • Friday:10AM–8PM
  • Saturday:10AM–8PM
  • Sunday:10AM–8PM
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